School of Education
University of St. Thomas
College of Applied and Professional Studies
School of Education
Master's of Public Policy and Leadership
"Students with Disabilities in the School to Prison Pipeline: Issues, Ideas and a Call to Action"
May 1, 2008
University of St. Thomas
Minneapolis, Minn.
Educators, attorneys, counselors, parents, students, and individuals concerned about the “school to prison pipeline” are invited to attend this important conference to examine the complex policy concerns surrounding this issue.
Conference Highlights
In addition to the keynote address by Professor Joseph Tulman, the conference will also feature:
• A moving story from a young man who has been through the “pipeline”
• A panel discussion providing insights from diverse perspectives including special education, law enforcement, corrections and legal representation of students with disabilities
• An analysis of the particular difficulties faced by students with mental health issues
This diverse group of experts will also lead discussion-oriented break out sessions to enable participants to explore issues and solutions in greater detail.
The conference will conclude with a presentation about positive behavior systems intervention—a promising response to ending the school to prison pipeline.
Continuing Education Credit
CLE credits, CUEs, and Administrative Clock Hours can be earned through attendance and participation in this conference.
Schedule
The conference will take place in Rooms 201 and 202, Opus Hall at the University of St. Thomas Minneapolis Campus, located at 10th and LaSalle in downtown Minneapolis. Registration will begin at 8:30 a.m.
The cost to attend the conference will be $35 for students and parents, and $75 for professionals. For continuing education credits, an additional $50 will be charged.
Contact
For additional information, contact Cindy Lavorato, Director of the Leadership and Public Policy Program at cllavorato@stthomas.edu or call (651) 962 4887.
Keynote Speaker
Joseph Tulman
University of the District of Columbia, David A. Clarke School of Law
Keynote Address
Professor Joseph Tulman, director of the Juvenile and Special Education Law Clinic at the University of the District of Columbia School of Law will address the complexities surrounding school to prison pipeline policies. Professor Tulman has pioneered the use of special education advocacy for children in the neglect and delinquency systems.
